CNA

Hey there. I'm putting this listing together for a Certified Nursing Assistant position at Friendship Village of South Hills in Amarillo, TX. It's a place that's been around for over 40 years, part of the Lifespace network. They're looking for someone who gets that this work is about the people, not just the tasks.

What you'd be doing

You'll be working directly with residents, helping them with their day to day life. That means assisting with things like bathing, dressing, grooming, and meals. You'll help them move around, get to where they need to go for activities or dining, and just generally support their daily routines.

A big part of the job is paying attention. You're the eyes and ears for the nursing team. You'll observe residents, report any changes or concerns you notice right away, and keep good records of how they're doing. Answering call lights promptly is a given; it's about making sure everyone feels heard and cared for.

• Follow the individual care plans set for each resident.
• Your focus is on providing direct care and assisting with all activities of daily living.
• Coordinate with nurses to take and record accurate vital signs.
• Maintaining a clean, safe environment is part of your routine, following standard infection control practices.

The basics we need from you

First thing: you need to have an active certified nursing aide license. That's non negotiable.

They'd like you to have at least one year of experience working specifically with an older adult or geriatric population. It's that kind of setting, so that background really matters here. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred but isn't an absolute must have if you've got the license and experience.

Scheduling & pay

The pay range for this role is $16.95 to $23.31 per hour. There are shift differentials on top of that for certain hours.

Schedules can be flexible; they mention that right up front. They also have a specific bonus program for PRN staff and a referral bonus if you recommend someone who gets hired.

What they offer

There's a $1,000 sign on bonus available if you're coming in full time.

• The PTO program is described as generous; you get time for vacation and personal days.
• They offer tuition assistance and even scholarships if you're looking to grow further in your career.
• Flexible holiday scheduling is an option too.
• They talk a lot about internal growth opportunities, which seems like a real priority for them.

A bit about Lifespace

Lifespace runs non profit retirement communities across the country; they're headquartered in Iowa and Texas. This community in Amarillo, TX is part of that group. They employ over 4,500 people and serve more than 5,100 residents company wide. The vibe they're going for is "purpose driven," aiming to create places where both residents and staff can live out what's important to them.

How to apply:

If this sounds like a fit based on what you've read here; especially having that CNA license and experience with older adults; then your next step would be to apply through their official process online or wherever you found this post listed by Lifespace Communities.

This posting is provided by Lifespace Communities on behalf of Friendship Village of South Hills.